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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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